Department of Motor Vehicles

In Georgia, you must be at least 16 years old to apply for a Class D or Class M license; 15-year-olds may apply for a learner's permit.

All first time drivers in the state of Georgia are required by law to take the 30-hour driver education course in order to obtain a Driver's License by 16. All new drivers in the state of Georgia, regardless of age, must take a written test and a driving test.

If you have moved to Georgia from another state and need to transfer your license, you must do so within 30 days.